The LEGO Scandal That Broke The Internet | DSH #2063
7/14/202643 min
What started as a missing LEGO collection has turned into one of the wildest legal battles on the internet. In this episode of Digital Social Hour, Sean Kelly sits down with Reckless Ben for an update on the viral investigation that's captured millions of viewers. Ben explains how exposing a dispute involving Bricks & Minifigs evolved into lawsuits, takedown attempts, police body camera footage, crowdfunding battles, and accusations that continue to grow far beyond what anyone expected. Ben shares why his GoFundMe was temporarily removed, what it's like facing potential RICO allegations, how the internet has rallied behind his investigation, and why he believes this story is only getting started. He also discusses the role of police transparency, lawsuits against creators, corporate pressure, Scientology, McKamey Manor, and why some of his investigations have placed him in real danger. CHAPTERS 00:00 The LEGO Lawsuit Update 03:35 Facing Potential RICO Charges 08:00 The Internet Fights Back 13:10 What's Coming Next? 16:13 Why They're Suing Everyone 20:20 The $400 Million Question 24:10 Has This Changed His View? 28:00 Scientology vs. Mormonism 34:20 The Scariest Investigation Ever 40:05 What Happens Next? IN THIS VIDEO: 🧱 The latest update on the viral LEGO investigation ⚖️ Inside the lawsuits and legal threats 🎥 How body camera footage changed everything 💰 Why the GoFundMe was taken down and restored 🕵️ Reckless Ben's most dangerous investigations 🚨 What comes next in the ongoing legal battle 🎙️ APPLY OR CONNECT 👉 Interested in being a guest? Apply here: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/apply 💼 SPONSORS https://www.wildsocietynutrition.com/SEAN 📩 Business Inquiries & Sponsorships sean@digitalsocialhour.com 👤 GUEST Ben Schneider: https://www.instagram.com/recklessbenschneider/ 🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015 🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759 📸 Follow the Host Sean Kelly on Instagram: @seanmikekelly ⚠️ DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team. The host and producers are not responsible for statements, claims, or opinions shared by guests during the show. This content is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research and consult qualified professionals when appropriate. While we aim to share accurate and reliable information, no guarantees are made regarding completeness or accuracy. 🔥 Stay tuned for more conversations with creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world. SEO Keywords Reckless Ben, Sean Kelly, Digital Social Hour, Bricks and Minifigs, LEGO investigation, LEGO lawsuit, RICO lawsuit, GoFundMe, YouTube investigations, Visit Our Website at https://digital-social-hour.simplecast.com/ Presented by https://podgo.io/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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First 90 secondsBen Schneider· Guest0:00
I just took the police's word for it. I just trusted the police, I guess. [laughs] And I said my [censored] they got hacked, you know? But, but that was the narrative. And I was like, "Well, if the police are saying it, so the police wouldn't lie, right?" Which I'm starting to learn now that the police will just lie. HBO watched it, and they were like, "Oh yeah, we actually can't... Oh, this is, like, too gnarly." That was definitely the scariest one I've ever done. The question really is, like, why would they destroy a $400 million company over $80,000? Like, that's the unanswered question, you know?
Sean Kelly· Host0:25
Okay, guys, we got Reckless Ben tuning in virtually right now. You guys have probably seen his story and everything going on. Good to see you, Ben.
Ben Schneider· Guest0:38
What's up? How's it going?
Sean Kelly· Host0:40
[laughs] [laughs] I'm doing well, man. I can't say the same for you, but [laughs] fill us in on all the, the latest updates, man. I saw the GoFundMe got taken down. There's a lot of, a lot of stuff going on. What, what's new?
Ben Schneider· Guest0:51
Dude, it's insane. So yeah, they took the GoFundMe down because I guess s- they sent, like, Patreon, they sent GoFundMe. They- they've been sending, like, these cease and desist letters to all these, like, things that are supporting me, I guess.
Sean Kelly· Host1:06
Mm-hmm.
Ben Schneider· Guest1:07
Uh, basically I think Bricks and Minifigs wants that GoFundMe money, so they're like, "Hey, there's a court order saying that this is a illegal GoFundMe. You have to take it down." And so they, uh, took the GoFundMe down, and then, uh, I, I, I have, like, four GoFundMe contacts who've been, like, reaching out to me, 'cause apparently this is, like, one of their, like, biggest GoFundMes right now.
Sean Kelly· Host1:25
Yeah.
Ben Schneider· Guest1:26
And so, uh, I, I called all four of the contacts, and all of them just ghosted